Solar Power Profile - Telopea, NSW 2117
More than 1526 homes in postcode 2117 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Telopea, Dundas, Dundas Valley and Oatlands.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 10,154 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 39,175 kWh per day, or 14,299 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,660.75 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $2,502,303.125 per year.
Telopea and 2117 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 10,438.27 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 86,985,583 km worth of car emissions.
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Postcode 2117
193rd
State Wide
705th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Telopea
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Telopea: Parramatta North (masons Drive) - approx. 1.9 km
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Telopea Demographics
Telopea and the postcode of 2117 has a total population of 20946 people, with a median age of 39 years. There are 8264 households in Telopea, with an average of 0.9 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.8 with a median income of 1861 per week per household.
About 56% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Telopea is $2600/month. By installing solar power in Telopea, the average household could save 5.32% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $45742 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 1.72% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Telopea is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Telopea
Dundas is a suburb located in the north-west of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It is situated approximately 21 kilometres away from the central business district. The suburb is surrounded by beautiful parks and reserves including the popular Dundas Park, Yates Avenue Reserve and Eric Primrose Reserve. Dundas is a peaceful and quiet suburb, perfect for families looking for a serene environment to live in.
With an average of 5.2 hours of sunshine per day, Dundas is a great location for solar power. The suburb experiences a humid subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. The optimal angle for solar panels in Dundas is between 20 to 30 degrees and facing north. While there may be some shading issues due to trees or buildings, a professional solar installer can help you find the best location for your solar panels.
By installing solar panels in Dundas, you can take advantage of the abundant sunshine and reduce your carbon footprint. Solar power is a renewable energy source that can help you save money on your electricity bills. With the help of a professional solar installer, you can design a solar power system that meets your energy needs and fits your budget. Switching to solar power is a smart investment for your home and the environment.